CIV5888 Advanced computational methods
Faculty of Engineering
CIV5888 Advanced computational methods is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2023 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Suzhou (SEU). It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 2
- Clayton, Suzhou (SEU)
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CIV5888
Prohibitions
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After CIV5888
No unit lists CIV5888 as a prerequisite in the 2023 handbook.
Enrolment rules
You must be currently enrolled in a master’s course in engineering or related STEM and in a related discipline. The unit assumes that you have the necessary foundational knowledge.
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Overview
This unit provides you with knowledge and skills in advanced numerical analysis and computational techniques for solving complex problems in infrastructure systems. The unit will begin with an introduction to the finite element method and will then progress to more advanced topics in numerical modelling, both in structural and geotechnical engineering. In addition to the essential theoretical concepts, the unit will include practical examples to provide hands-on experience in applying the concepts to engineering practice. Finally, the management, visualisation and analysis of large quantities of data will complete the necessary skill set for you to manage 21st-century infrastructure systems.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Term 3 | Suzhou (SEU) | On campus |
Assessment
- Assignment 1Threshold hurdle20%
- Assignment 2Threshold hurdle20%
- Assignment 3Threshold hurdle20%
- Final assessmentThreshold hurdle40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of the finite element method, including the mathematical basis of the method and the steps involved in constructing and solving a finite element model.
- 2
Apply the finite element method to solve structural and geotechnical engineering problems by constructing appropriate models and selecting appropriate analysis methods.
- 3
Analyse the results of numerical simulations and inspect their validity and significance.
- 4
Discuss results for a technical audience, using appropriate visualisation techniques and technical terminology.
- 5
Evaluate and apply the knowledge and skills learned to real-world problems in structural and geotechnical engineering.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops36 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Where it fits
CIV5888 is part of 1 area of study in the 2023 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Phu Nguyen
- Professor Jayantha Kodikara
- Dr Yangyang Li
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Phu Nguyen
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CIV5888?
CIV5888 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is CIV5888 offered?
In 2023, CIV5888 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton and Suzhou (SEU).
How much work is CIV5888?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does CIV5888 have an exam?
No. CIV5888 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include CIV5888?
CIV5888 is part of Civil engineering.